Tai chi reduces blood pressure better than aerobic exercise, study finds Feb. 14, 2024 Tai chi, a traditional, slow-moving form of Chinese martial art, is known to increase flexibility and improve balance. Now, new research suggests it's better than more vigorous aerobic exercises for lowering blood pressure in people with prehypertension. NPR Morning Edition
College of Medicine – Phoenix announces new oral health medical initiative Feb. 13, 2024 The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and Delta Dental of Arizona are partnering to create the Oral Health in Medicine Initiative. Read more Image
Delta Dental launches oral health initiative at UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Feb. 13, 2024 The Oral Health in Medicine Initiative, a partnership between the College of Medicine – Phoenix and Delta Dental of Arizona, will integrate oral health education across all four years of medical students’ training at the College of Medicine – Phoenix. AZ Big Media (Phoenix, AZ)
What is the average class size in medical schools? Feb. 13, 2024 An explainer on the average size of medical school classes, citing an average class size of 100 at the College of Medicine – Phoenix in 2020. Conquer Your Exam
Revolutionizing traumatic brain injury diagnostics: New technologies and innovations Feb. 12, 2024 Researchers at the College of Medicine – Tucson's Department of Psychiatry in the are using a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity division to develop a VR assessment system to diagnose traumatic brain injuries. BNN
30 breaths a day, 5 days a week – resistance training helps aging adults breathe better Feb. 12, 2024 Researchers at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health piloted a study in India to learn if inspiratory muscle strength training can improve breathing capacity in older adults. IndiaCurrents
The best foods for healthy lungs – and the ones you should avoid Feb. 12, 2024 Experts discuss foods that can positively or negatively affect your lung health. Parade
A review and reflection on the peer review process in pharmacy practice in focus: Oncology Feb. 12, 2024 Lisa Davis, PharmD, clinical professor at the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy and member of the UArizona Cancer Center, writes about the importance of the peer review process for published research. Pharmacy Times